1997 Kia Avella vs. 2003 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2003 Nissan Primera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Avella would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Primera (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Primera weights approximately 357 kg more than 1997 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Primera (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Avella | 2003 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Avella | Primera |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2690 mm |
